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Sarah W.

Caregiver

Arcata, CA

5.0(1)
from
$33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
light cleaning
personal care
Compassionate caregiver with 17 years of experience. I have worked in all stages of caregiving from companionship all the way to working alongside hospice for end-of-life care. I am a kind caring person and enjoy working with seniors and helping them stay in their homes. I cook, clean, shop, run errands make doctor's...

Rhonda M. says "Sarah was hired by our family in Nov 2020 as part of a team to provide 24 -hour care to our 86 year old mother. Sarah was with us through multiple stages...

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Erika M.

Erika- Experienced Caregiver

Arcata, CA

from
$24/hr
6 years experience
Companionship
dementia
light cleaning
I'd describe my personality as patient, kind, and thoughtful I like caring for seniors because I thrive on serving both ends of the spectrum of life. I'm looking for a job that is flexible I started caring for seniors back in 2018 and it has been what sparked my interest in healthcare In my spare time, I like to spend...
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Linda L.

Arcata, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Mobility assistance
dementia
errands
transportation
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a dedicated caregiver with 20 years experience. I completed Nursing Assistant Training program in 1995 and have worked as a caregiver since. Along with experience I am reliable and dedicated. I'd describe my personality as easygoing, patient and compassionate. I like caring for seniors because I find it rewarding...
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Kimberley S.

Seeking Professional Companionship

Arcata, CA

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
companionship
dementia
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
CNA/RNA seeking part time companionship plus meal prep caregiver job love to cook do all ADL light house care just have unconditional love to share to those in need thank u
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Joy M.

Companion Care

Arcata, CA

from
$25/hr
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, My name is Joy, I'm 37 and live in Arcata. I'm interested in simply companion care for seniors. I have not worked with seniors yet, but have 10+ years experience in the caregiving field. I can help with in light meal prep, very light house keeping, walking good natured dogs, watering plants, assisting in the garden etc.....
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V Red R.

Arcata, CA

from
$17/hr
5 years experience
Live-in home care
dementia
errands
meal prep
home modification
+ 1 more
Experienced care giver seeking position. Hoping to meet the needs of your family member with kindness and compassion. I have 5 years of experience working as a caregiver for the elderly; ranging from a living position to weekends only. What I enjoy most about working with the elderly is their wisdom and stories. Although I know...
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Teresa C.

Full/part Time Caregiver

McKinleyville, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
personal care
I have 38 yrs. experience in the medical field which includes working as a certified nursing assistant in nursing homes and in home hospice care. I also have cared for my own grandmother and mother-in-law when they became ill. I have always thoroughly enjoyed giving one on one attention to my patients and will bring personal...

John E. says "We needed extra in home care for our elder parents, especially our mom, and Teresa did a fantastic job for us. We could not have asked for a better person...

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Patrice B.

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Eureka, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
companionship
dementia
meal prep
errands
+ 1 more
I started my caregiving career in 1989 starting with a couple in their home and knew I wanted to continue caregiving as my career because I love helping people and making a positive impact in their lives. I've work a lot with clients who have dementia as well as many other disabilities, and have worked with agencies but decided...

Brook M. says "We hired Patrice to help our dad (an older recent-amputee with various health problems) who needed some assistance getting up and going out for walk a few...

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Victoria G.

Experienced Elder Care Provider

McKinleyville, CA

from
$16/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
dementia
errands
respite care
hospice services
+ 1 more
Experienced and informed reliable caregiver available now. Can provide excellent local references, background check and fingerprint clearance.
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Karina W.

Eureka, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
companionship
errands
personal care
home modification
+ 1 more
Hello, I am compassionate, reliable, patient, and easy to talk to. I bring a positive attitude and genuine warmth to the people I care for and treat others loved ones with the same respect and kindness I give my own family.
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Jessica B.

Senior Care Provider

McKinleyville, CA

from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Personal care
companionship
errands
transportation
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have many years of experience working as a caregiver. I started as an IHSS worker for a family member in a wheelchair and continued through my college days with a local company, Bungalow Support Services. I have provided care for a variety of people with different abilities and different ages. I have an affinity for the...
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Misty C.

Experienced Caregiver

Eureka, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
dementia
errands
respite care
hospice services
+ 1 more
I'm kind, competent and compassionate. Let me help you help the people you love when you can't. I will treat them with gentleness, caring and love.
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Zachariah R.

Eureka, CA

from
$20/hr
2 years experience
Mobility assistance
errands
home modification
light cleaning
meal prep
I have 2 yrs of Caregiving experience Hoyer Lift , heavy lifting, light Housekeeping, meal preparation, bathing , dressing, feeding.
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Wanda W.

Compassionate Caregiver 11 Yrs Experience

Eureka, CA

from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Mobility assistance
errands
home modification
respite care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Compassionate Caregiver 11 yrs of experience working with seniors, certified with state of California Homecare Aide, CPR& First Aide Certified. Dementia care, Alzheimer's care, Parkinson's, Sun downers, Hospice care.
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Rose M.

Eureka, CA

from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Dementia
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a compassionate and patient caregiver. I enjoy helping people and always love to learn new things. Care work is vital to our communities and I enjoy being able to give back in this way. I am good at listening. I've done about a year of some different care jobs, and it is very meaningful work!
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Eric B.

Eureka, CA

from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
errands
home modification
mobility assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Making a difference in someone's life is what l strive for as a caregiver. My passion for supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors led me to this fulfilling path. With a college degree and one year of experience, I provide live-in care, transportation, and help with errands. I am also skilled in light...
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Kimberly W.

Eureka, CA

from
$25/hr
6 years experience
Transportation
errands
meal prep
personal care
respite care
I am currently registered to work for IHSS, Aveanna, and am on the Home Care Registry through California Department of Social Services. Making a difference in someone's life is what I strive for as a caregiver. With years of experience, I bring a compassion and respect. My goal is to support your loved one's independence and...
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Sydney F.

McKinleyville, CA

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Live-in home care
dementia
errands
meal prep
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Sydney, I'm 22 years old and I just moved to Humboldt county! I have over 3 years of experience working one on one in personal elder care. Having the opportunity to listen, entertain, and care for my previous client was one of the greatest privileges of my life, and in my time working with her I fell in love...
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Abigale M.

Eureka, CA

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
dementia
errands
respite care
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hi! I currently work as an activities director at an assisted living facility, but I would really truly enjoy having more one on one time with seniors. I have also been a caregiver/med tech for a few years. My love and integrity shines through. I have compassion and patience and understand that aging is so hard. I can handle...
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Ruth T.

McKinleyville, CA

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$17/hr
Live-in home care
dementia
errands
meal prep
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hi there, my name is Ruth and I am 39 years old and have a college degree. I spent about 5 years caring for my grandfather at the end of his life. Elderly care is really my passion. I have some training in hospice and I feel very passionate about people in their later years. With the proper care and presence of family members,...
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  • 21 caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $24.83/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated caregivers is 5.0

Recent caregiver reviews from local parents in Arcata, CA

Caregivers in Arcata, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 21 listed caregivers

Sarah W.

Sarah was hired by our family in Nov 2020 as part of a team to provide 24 -hour care to our 86 year old mother. Sarah was with us through...

- Rhonda M.

Teresa C.

We needed extra in home care for our elder parents, especially our mom, and Teresa did a fantastic job for us. We could not have asked for a...

- John E.

Patrice B.

We hired Patrice to help our dad (an older recent-amputee with various health problems) who needed some assistance getting up and going out...

- Brook M.

FAQs for finding caregivers in Arcata, CA

Most private senior caregiver services in Arcata, CA will offer companionship, safety supervision, and assistance with daily activities in the comfort of the person's home. Caregivers can help seniors to move safely around their home, provide social and emotional support, assist with different degrees of personal care (bathing, dressing, or feeding), and help with meal preparations or light housekeeping. They can also help your loved one with medication reminders, and some can even drive them to any errand or doctor appointments around Arcata.

The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Arcata, CA on Care.com as of January, 2026 is $24.83 per hour. This cost may fluctuate depending on the type of assistance needed by your senior loved one and the caregiver's experience and certifications.

There are currently 6 caregivers in Arcata, CA on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Arcata, CA or zip code, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options. From there, compare candidates by reading about their experience working with seniors, the type of caregiving services they provide, and their hourly rate. Be sure to run background checks and check references from other families in Arcata before making a hiring decision.

Yes, caregivers near you in Arcata, CA on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Senior caregivers who complete this background check will have a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run. While CareCheck is a good start, we strongly recommend that you follow some additional steps for hiring a caregiver for seniors safely, which include interviewing candidates, checking references, and running your own background check. Visit our Safety Center to learn more.

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